Photos: LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU Opens in New Orleans
LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU will premiere in New Orleans as an immersive musical experience.
Sarasota Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Sarasota from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
NEWSIES Unseats LES MISÉRABLES to Win BroadwayWorld's 2026 Ultimate Movie Musical Bracket
After six weeks of voting, BroadwayWorld readers have crowned Newsies the Ultimate Best Movie Musical in the 2026 edition of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket.
Rona Siddiqui Will Return to Hermitage Beach for Songwriting Program
Grammy-nominated composer and musical theater artist Rona Siddiqui will return to the Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota County for 'Songwriting for Character,' a sunset beach program showcasing her original work and creative process.
Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Repertory Theatre
This show is an absolute must-see, an experience that will leave you awestruck and surely remain a cherished memory for years to come.
PRONOUN, YOU WILL GET SICK and More Set for FSU/Asolo Conservatory 2026/2027 Season
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory revealed its 2026/2027 season, including the Florida premiere of Pronoun, Noah Diaz's You Will Get Sick, a Shakespeare adaptation, and a New Works Play Lab in Sarasota.
Florida Studio Theatre to Present 2026 Summer Season With Musicals, Cabarets and Improv
Florida Studio Theatre has revealed its 2026 Summer Season in Sarasota, featuring three Mainstage productions, a Cabaret Series, and FST Improv performances.
MARIE & ROSETTA To Be Staged At Asolo Repertory Theatre
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming regional premiere of Marie and Rosetta, written by George Brant and directed by E.
Arts Advocates Will Honor Sarasota Art Colony Artist Beth Arthur at 100
Arts Advocates will celebrate artist Beth Arthur, a historic Sarasota Art Colony member turning 100, with a special event at the Arts Advocates Gallery in Sarasota, where two of her paintings were recently added to the permanent collection.
Photos: First Look at FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Repertory Theatre
Asolo Repertory Theatre presents FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, running now through May 24, 2026 at the Mertz Theatre in Sarasota, FL.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota to Present BAROQUE TREASURES on Mother's Day
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Baroque Treasures at First Presbyterian Church, featuring harpsichordist Paulo Bordignon and Sarasota Orchestra principals performing Handel, Bach, and Debussy.
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Van Wezel
From the very first moment the lights went down, this production of Meredith Willson's beloved classic made it clear it was going to be something special.
Charisse Pearlina Weston Honored at 2026 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Gala
Visual artist Charisse Pearlina Weston was honored at the 18th Hermitage Greenfield Prize celebration, raising over $400,000, with performances by Tony nominee Will Swenson and Hermitage Fellow Britton Smith.
Arts Advocates Reveals May 2026 Events Including Beth Arthur Celebration and Scholarship Luncheon
Arts Advocates will present a series of May 2026 events in Sarasota, including a celebration with centenarian Sarasota Art Colony artist Beth Arthur and an annual scholarship luncheon awarding $50,000 to 10 students.
Review: NEIL BERG'S 100 YEARS OF HOLLYWOOD at Van Wezel
Neil Berg, is a man of many hats in the entertainment world! From dazzling Hollywood to the grand stages of Broadway, he effortlessly dons the role of musician, composer, lyricist, and producer.
BroadwayWorld My Shows is Now Part of the New & Improved App
Since launching last fall, BroadwayWorld My Shows has been the place where theatre fans log every production they've seen, rate performances, write reviews, and document their theatre experiences.
Florida Studio Theatre Receives $4,000 Grant to Stage Student-Written Plays
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) has received a $4,000 grant from theatre works! to support this year's anthology of student-written plays, The Pirate Ship and the Sea Monster & Other Winning Plays.
Sarasota Jewish Theatre’s Community Conversation Features Three Playwrights From SJT’s 2026 Season
Sarasota Jewish Theatre hosts its annual Community Conversation on April 22 at Sarasota Art Museum, featuring playwrights from all three 2026 Howard Millman Performance Series productions participating via Zoom.
Photos: First Look at CHERRY DOCS By David Gow at Sarasota Jewish Theatre
You can now get a first look at production photos of Sarasota Jewish Theatre’s Cherry Docs, David Gow’s gripping courtroom drama directed by Diane Cepeda.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
Florida Studio Theatre Will Honor Winners of 2026 Young Playwrights Festival
Florida Studio Theatre announced the winners of its 2026 Young Playwrights Festival, selected from over 5,000 submissions.
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Ron White Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (9/13-9/13) |
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Cory Van Valin Brings His 18+ Comedy Magic Show Richey Suncoast Theatre (8/21-8/21) |
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Sophisticated Ladies Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (10/14-11/22) |
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Old Time Sailors Manatee Performing Arts Center (11/17-11/17) |
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Guys and Dolls Manatee Performing Arts Center (4/22-5/02) |
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The Da Vinci Code Manatee Performing Arts Center (1/14-1/24) |
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Boz Scaggs Rhythm Review 2026 Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/11-10/11) |
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Golden Girls The Laughs Continue Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/31-10/31) |
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BEEHIVE – The 60s Musical Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (3/03-4/11) |
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Carrie: The Musical Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/16-11/01) |